Dog walkers in Athlone
Shannon-side town at the centre of Ireland. A midlands crossroads where sitters cover both Westmeath and Roscommon sides of the Shannon.
- Walks from
- €14
- Boarding from
- €31/night
- Local walk
- Old Rail Trail greenway
- Vetting
- Garda checked
Walking a dog in Athlone
A midlands crossroads where sitters cover both Westmeath and Roscommon sides of the Shannon.
- Old Rail Trail greenway
- Lough Ree shore
- Athlone Castle riverside
Local know-how
The Old Rail Trail runs 40km to Mullingar and is fully surfaced for all-weather walking.
What locals book
A midlands crossroads where sitters cover both Westmeath and Roscommon sides of the Shannon.
Sitters covering Athlone
Each of these sitters lists Athlone or the surrounding County Westmeath area in their profile. Message as many as you like before booking — it's free.
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Which service suits your Athlone routine?
Prices and full detail for each service, including what's covered and when it's the wrong choice.
Athlone — questions owners ask
Do I get updates while my dog is out?
Yes. Walkers send photo updates through the app during the booking and log where they went. You can message your sitter free at any time before, during or after.
Will I get the same sitter every week?
That is the norm. Most Athlone owners settle into a standing weekly slot with one sitter, which keeps things predictable for the dog. If your regular sitter is away they can suggest a cover sitter you approve first.
What if I have two dogs?
Most Athlone sitters charge roughly 50% extra for a second dog from the same household rather than double — so about €21 for an hour with two. Confirm it in the chat before you book.
How and when do I pay?
You pay by card in the app when the booking is confirmed. PawPals holds the money in escrow and releases it to the sitter only after the service is completed, so you are never out of pocket if plans change.
How much does a dog walker cost in Athlone?
Walkers covering Athlone typically charge €11–€18 for a 60-minute walk. Small-group walks sit at the lower end; solo walks for reactive, elderly or recovering dogs sit at the top. You see the exact price, VAT included, before you pay.
What does overnight boarding cost around Athlone?
Home boarding near Athlone averages €31 a night, rising to about €41 for hosts who take one dog at a time or cover bank holidays. That includes feeding, two walks a day and photo updates.
Worth reading before you book
Independent guides written for Irish owners, with 2026 pricing.
Nearby areas in County Westmeath
Full county pricing and the complete town list is on the County Westmeath page.
Want to walk dogs in Athlone?
Local walkers here charge about €14 an hour
Ten walks a week at the Athlone rate is roughly €140 before PawPals' 15% fee. Listing is free — you set your own rates, radius and availability.
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